Introducing: Inuit Qaujisarnirmut Pilirijjutit

Introducing: Inuit Qaujisarnirmut Pilirijjutit Today the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation, Nunavut Tunngavik Inc,. Makivik Corporation, Kativik Regional Government, and the Nunatsiavut Government are pleased to announce a new name for the Inuit Nunangat Research Program: Inuit Qaujisarnirmut Pilirijjutit (Inuit Research Program). This new Inuktut name is crucial in highlighting the uniqueness of this Inuit-led, directed and governed program and in promoting Inuit self-determination in research. The Inuit Qaujisarnimut Pilirijjutit is a research funding program led, directed and governed by Inuit for Inuit.Save the date for the launch of the second Call for Proposals under the Inuit Qaujisarnimut Pilirijjutit on October 27, 2021,...

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ArcticNet-MEOPAR Postdoctoral Fellows Announced

ArcticNet-MEOPAR Postdoctoral Fellows Announced Today, ArcticNet and MEOPAR are pleased to announce the recipients of the new ArcticNet-MEOPAR Postdoctoral Fellowship. Fellows under this program demonstrate excellence in Arctic coastal and marine research and a commitment to supporting Inuit-led research through the Inuit Nunangat Research Program. ArcticNet and MEOPAR are thrilled to work together to support the next generation of Arctic marine and coastal researchers by providing including by providing training and knowledge mobilization opportunities in addition to funding. Fellows are funded for one year with the opportunity to renew funding. Meet the fellows: Dr. Emily Choy McGill University Assessing the risk of climate...

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Key Performance Indicators published for ArcticNet EDI Strategy

Key Performance Indicators Launched for ArcticNet's Equity Diversity and Inclusion Strategy Read the Report ArcticNet launched its Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy in November 2020 as a first step towards putting its commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion into action across the Network. Today, ArcticNet is pleased to publish Key Performance Indicators aimed to measure and evaluate the implementation of the EDI strategy in a concrete way. This report is just one more step in ArcticNet's ongoing efforts to build a more inclusive Arctic research community. This report is a living document which aims to capture the range experiences of...

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ArcticNet Annual Scientific Meeting: Registration Now Open

ArcticNet Annual Scientific Meeting: Registration Now open REGISTER HERE Registration is now open for the virtual ArcticNet Annual Scientific Meeting 2021 (ASM2021). We look forward to hosting you December 6-10, 2021. This meeting ground for world-class Arctic research brings together research leaders from across Canada and worldwide, along with their partners from Inuit organizations, northern communities, federal and provincial agencies and the private sector, convene to share knowledge, build relationships, and foster a strong Arctic research network. With five plenary sessions featuring a range of Arctic research experts from across Canada and around the world, Northern Inclusion Sessions sharing the stories...

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PRESS RELEASE: Inuit Nunangat Research Program Funding Announcement

INUIT NUNANGAT RESEARCH PROGRAM (INRP) FUNDING ANNOUNCEMENT DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE Press ReleaseJune 1, 2021 – Regional organizations from the four regions of Inuit Nunangat, with support from Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami (ITK), Inuit Circumpolar Council (ICC) Canada, and ArcticNet, are pleased to announce the first 11 projects funded under the newly-established Inuit Nunangat Research Program (INRP). The INRP advances Inuit self-determination in research by creating space for Inuit to design research projects, develop partnerships to build capacity, and strengthen the impact and effectiveness of Inuit Nunangat research for Inuit. Led by the Inuit land claims organizations from the four regions of...

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ArcticNet and Live It announce education series

By Alexa ReedmanArcticNet is pleased to announce our expanded partnership with LIVE IT Earth (“Live It”). Live It has supported ArcticNet’s annual meetings for the past three years and developed professional videos for the Network’s projects. Together, ArcticNet and Live It are creating an Arctic education series for grades K-12. This series will focus on different science across our Network, developed into story-rich learning experiences that pair real-world learning with interactive technology. This starts with the Food Web Series, starring Beluga whales, which will be released on November 26.In the time of COVID-19, many of us are searching for different ways to...

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The Canadian Coast Guard: Navigating With Arctic Partners through the COVID-19 Pandemic

Provided by Fisheries and Oceans CanadaIn March 2020, when the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, a public health emergency was also affirmed in all regions of Canada, including the Arctic.Relationships with Inuit, First Nations and Métis partners and Northern communities is a priority for the Canadian Coast Guard, and the recent pandemic only underscored this importance.During the early days of COVID-19 and throughout the 2020 operational season, Coast Guard worked with its Arctic partners to address the unexpected challenges. These relationships contributed to the successful delivery of Coast Guard key programs and services during these unprecedented times.Pivoting...

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ArcticNet and T-MOSAiC announce pre-agreement

ArcticNet is pleased to announce another partnership to further Arctic science: We have signed a pre-agreement with T-MOSAiC for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to promote scientific cooperation between the organizations, and to encourage the exchange of knowledge and creation of synergies in Arctic research between facilities, researchers and nations. The MOU will be finalized and ratified at Arctic Science Summit Week 2021 in Lisbon, Portugal next March. “ArcticNet continues to grow the Network far beyond Canadian borders. This partnership will strengthen the quality and reach of Arctic science for Canadian and international researchers alike,” said Christine Barnard, executive director of...

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Permafrost thaw and northern infrastructure

Climate change impacts story map, created by Yukon University Research Centre By Heather DesserudWhen a warming climate causes permafrost thaw, the changes affect the very foundations of Northern life. In northern communities, infrastructure, buildings and transportation networks are often constructed over a permafrost base, which is vulnerable to changes to climate and rapidly warming Arctic temperatures. This can spell disaster for the structures above, damaging buildings and roads as the permafrost degrades beneath. Permafrost thaw also releases damaging contaminants into the ecosystem, impacting food chains and community health.Dr. Fabrice Calmels is the Research Chair of Permafrost and Geoscience at Yukon University, investigating the...

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Building resilience in Inuit schools: community-centred research

By Heather DesserudHow can you build pathways for resilience, professional development and traditional knowledge in Inuit education? That’s what the project “Effective teachers for successful students: An investigation of the preparation and resiliency of Northern educators” co-led by Dr. Ruth Kane and Kathy Snow, is working to find out.Following her Fulbright panel presentation in June, I interviewed Kathy and her panel/team members Jodie Lane, Director of Education for the Nunatsiavut Government Department of Education and Economic Development; and Diane Obed, an Inuk researcher originally from Hopedale, Nunatsiavut, studying and lecturing on Indigenous education in Halifax. All three share a passion...

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